Bill Kemp, librarian/archivist for the McLean County Museum of History,  will present stories about about some curious chapters in local history, such as the life and times of Leonard "Baby" Bliss, a 500-plus pound Bloomington resident who became a nationally known bicycle showman and the 1830-31 "Winter of Deep Snow" that threatened early pioneers. The annual JOY Spring Banquet is at noon in the Fellowship Hall. The cost for this event is $6, payable at the door. Please RSVP to Kim Pare.  

For many years, 2PC has participated in the late summer downtown Bloomington Block Party hosted to distribute school supply kits. To raise money to purchase these kits, there will be a Saturday, May 19, Bake Sale at the Downtown Bloomington Farmers Market. To donate baked goods to this event, contact Linda Schaefer at 662-2030 or Georgia Tufts at 662-9369.

The next Serving on Saturday (SOS) work day will be Saturday, May 19, at Western Avenue Community Center. Outside work will include painting and planting at the park across the street from the center. Please meet at 2PC at 8:30am for coffee and donuts. The team will work at WACC from 9am to noon. You may sign-up at Connection Point or contact Denny Steele, 663-6531.

Alice Circle | May 14, 10am | Westminster Village
Lydia Circle | May 15, 10am | Renee Warren's home
Sarah Circle | May 16, 9:30am | Carolyn Winterroth's home
Grace Circle | May 16, 1pm | Betty Ann Zimmer's home
Ruth Circle | May 17, 6pm | Sandy Groves' home

The 2PC Chancel Choir will present a pre-tour concert at Westminster Village on Sunday, June 3, at 6:15pm. All 2PC members are invited to attend.

All 2PC members are invited to attend the banquet for Troop 3 at 12:15pm in F100A and the Court of Honor ceremony which will follow. The ceremony will include the induction of the 2PC troop's 150th Eagle Scout. The cost of the banquet is $10, payable at the event, and children 10-and-under are free. Please RSVP by May 24 to Mark Wylie at 829-6246.

In lieu of summer Sunday morning Christian Education, everyone is invited to attend movie nights in Grace Hall. An optional discussion time will follow. Mark your calendar for June 3, 10, 24 and July 1, 8, 15 and 22 at 6pm. Popcorn and drinks will be provided...BYOP (bring your own pillows!)

June 3 - Up - PG - 1 hour 36 minutes  

June 10 - Ground Hog Day - PG - 1 hour 41 minutes  

June 17 - No movie - Chancel Choir Home Concert, 7pm  

June 24 - The Voyage of the Dawn Treader - PG -  1 hour 53 minutes

July 1 - Moneyball - PG-13 - 2 hours 13 minutes

July 8 - Finding Nemo - G - 1 hour 40 minutes  

July 15 - The Help - PG-13 - 2 Hours 26 minutes

July 22 - To Kill A Mockingbird - PG - 2 Hours 9 minutes 

 

Chiapas Mission Trip | June 16
A 2PC Mission team will travel to Mexico to assist at the recently completed Hands of Christ Medical Clinic. Please pray as they prepare, travel and serve the Chiapas people that week. You can also donate non-prescription reading glasses in strengths of 1.0-2.25; non-prescription sunglasses; multi-vitamins (adult, prenatal and children's chewable); toothbrushes/toothpaste (your dentist may share samples); glucometers & current unused strips (your doctor may share samples). Collection baskets are at Connection Point and the Prairie Street entrance. Contact Gretchin Cetin at 662-5441 with any questions.

All 2011-2012 8-12 grade students are encouraged to be part of this trip to Grand Rapids, MI. The team will partner with the Grand Rapids Area Service Project to serve those in need. Tasks will include home construction and minor repair work. Evenings will include a shared meal together, worship, a guest speaker and small group time. The trip is $375 per student and scholarship assistance is available. Please contact Rev. Josh Erickson with questions. The registration deadline is Monday, May 14.

2PC Kids is looking for a faithful Christian with a heart for kids to serve 15-20 hours a week during the fall 2012 semester. The job description and application information is available here.  Contact Rev. Andrea Haughton Kladder for more information.

Thank you for supporting 2PC's Treats for Troops project. Because of Second Pres' generosity, nine boxes of supplies and treats were sent to five soldiers. Messages of prayers for their safety and well-being were also included. This project will likely resume at a later date.

Second Pres is seeking a director for the Chancel Choir beginning August 15 following Amanda Murray's faithful service. The job is open to 2PC members and is a 10 hour per week salaried position. The Director will musically, relationally, spiritually and administratively lead the Chancel Choir (9-12 grade). For more information, please contact Dr. Judy Webb.

Moderator Dr. David Bianchin led the meeting which began with the examination of 13 Commissioning Class members. After questions from Session members, prayer and testimonies, Session voted to receive these students into membership.

Written reports were received from 12 committees. Highlights included information about a family movie night activity planned by Adult Christian Education; an update from Elder Jim Lindoerfer about the six women assisted in accordance with Withers Fund Trust terms; a March financial report review by Elder Gary Koppenhaver; and a review of the Let Your Light Shine capital campaign by Dr. Don Crittenden. Elder Mark Sprague reported on updates needed on Grace Hall and Fellowship Hall. The associated expenses and the demolition of the Capen Building will total approximately $1,300,000. Session voted to allow the Trustees to oversee any necessary projects.

Elder Jeanie Wendt shared the name of Mission Study Team candidates (who were later approved at the April 29 Congregational Meeting). This team will begin work under Dr. Bianchin's direction. After noting many celebrations and needs of our members, Session members sang the Doxology and Moderator Dr. Bianchin adjourned the meeting.


Pioneer Woman 

Dr. Roane Deckert's powerful limestone sculpture, Pioneer Woman, has been placed at the juncture of the atrium and the new Mother/Baby Unit at Advocate BroMenn. The Advocate BroMenn Foundation will purchase the statue after they receive donations totaling $39,000 (the appraised value).

Please click here to donate by credit card or click here to donate by check, or pick up these forms and a self-addressed stamped envelope at Connection Point Sunday to mail your contribution. Once the funds are raised, the Foundation will purchase Pioneer Woman.